1988 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Capri |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |
